Large Diameter Telescopic Tubes | Defence-Grade Communications

Advanced telescopic carbon fibre mast systems engineered for mobile defence platforms. Non-tension telescopic design provides self-supporting guyless structure with composite sliding sections for high structural stability without external support cables.

Project Overview

Advanced telescopic carbon fibre mast systems engineered for mobile defence platforms. Non-tension telescopic design provides self-supporting guyless structure with composite sliding sections for high structural stability without external support cables.

Project Highlights

Client / Partner
Defence Contractor
Delivery Model:
Custom Manufacturing
Sector / Industry
Defence
All
Manufacturing Site:
Spain - European Manufacturing Facility
Auckland, New Zealand (C-Tech HQ)
COMPONENT
Telescopic Carbon Fibre Antenna Masts
PROJECT DATE
2024
Performance Requirements
High stiffness-to-weight corrosion resistance vibration damping

Challenge 01

Modular Architecture

Systems require 6 to 8 retractable segments with tight tolerances for smooth telescoping and locking whilst minimising mechanical play.

Solution

Precision-engineered carbon fibre construction with tight tolerances ensuring smooth operation and payload alignment at full extension.

Challenge 02

Defence Environment

Must operate in temperature extremes high vibration dust and sand and EM-sensitive environments whilst maintaining signal clarity.

Solution

Reinforced carbon fibre construction offering superior stiffness-to-weight ratio corrosion resistance and vibration damping critical for sensor accuracy.